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Cost of living in Davie County, NC

Part of the Winston Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$3,027/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 43,526 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $992 33%
Federal tax $511 17%
Healthcare $480 16%
Groceries $327 11%
Transport $320 11%
Energy $187 6%
State tax $155 5%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Davie County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$945
per month
1 bedroom
$992
per month
2 bedroom
$1,163
per month
3 bedroom
$1,526
per month
4 bedroom
$1,794
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Davie County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$73,234
per year
Individual earnings
$41,303
per year
Per capita
$39,128
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Davie County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$235,300
Annual property tax
$1,570

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Davie County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$147
per month · 14¢/kWh
Natural gas
$40
per month
Annual total
$2,244
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Davie County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
10.0%

Source: ACS + national avg. Marketplace benchmark premiums are second-lowest Silver plan estimates and do not reflect employer plans, subsidies, or out-of-pocket costs. This is not healthcare advice.

Taxes in Davie County

State and local tax rates for North Carolina.

State income tax
4.5%
Flat rate
State sales tax
4.8%
Combined sales tax
7.0%
incl. average local

Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.

Transportation in Davie County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
27.0 min
Drive alone
80.4%
Public transit
0.1%
Work from home
7.3%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Davie County

What it costs to live in Davie County each month.

Single person
$3,027
per month
  • Rent $992
  • Energy $187
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $327
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $511
  • State tax $155
Couple
$4,422
per month
  • Rent $1,163
  • Energy $224
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $542
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $869
  • State tax $275
Family
$6,917
per month
  • Rent $1,526
  • Energy $280
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $822
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $869
  • State tax $275

Frequently asked questions about Davie County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Davie County?

In Davie County, NC, a one-bedroom apartment averages $992 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,163 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,526 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Davie County?

In Davie County, NC, the average household income is $73,234 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $41,303 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Davie County?

The estimated cost of living in Davie County, NC is approximately $3,027 per month for a single person, $4,422 for a couple, $6,917 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Davie County?

The combined sales tax rate in Davie County, NC is 7.00%, which includes the North Carolina state rate of 4.75% plus an average local rate of 2.25%.

Is Davie County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Davie County, NC would need approximately $3,027 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $73,234 per year ($6,103 per month). Davie County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Davie County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Davie County, NC is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 10.0% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Davie County?

The average home value in Davie County, NC is $235,300, with average annual property taxes of $1,570, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Davie County compare to other areas?

You can compare Davie County, NC with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Davie County is in the Winston-Salem, NC metro area.

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About this data

All figures on this page come from official U.S. government sources, listed below.

  • HUD FMR FY2025
  • ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
  • EIA
  • ACS + national avg
  • ACS
  • USDA + BEA RPP
Methodology All data sources